68 charger front wheels back spacing , 18x8

[dodgey68]

hi guys
i am about to purchase 18x8 fronts and 19x10 rears,  intro penita, my question is (if some one can help) as my front end is not together for measurements , can some please tell me what back spacing i would need for the front rims in an 18x8 rim,
the rear is in and i have all the measurements (backspacing)
thank you for your help

[metallicareload99]

I went with 18" X 8" with 4.5" back spacing.  They fit almost perfect, with enough clearance between the fender and tire, but the upper control arm gets pretty close to the rim/tire when the suspension is fully extended and turned hard over.  I don't think it rubs at all anywhere though.  I suppose if I was going to do it over again 4.25" back spacing would be perfect.  Disclaimer:  I would put some of the front suspension together and measure before putting down the money on what must be custom wheels.  Good luck

[Hemidog]

metallicareload99, I like your car, think you mentioned it was your daily driver?
Would like to see some more pics of that car...

[metallicareload99]

metallicareload99, I like your car, think you mentioned it was your daily driver?
Would like to see some more pics of that car...

Thanks a lot Hemidog, it is indeed my daily driver!  I'm really pleased with the wheels, I think they really add to the look of the 1968 Charger, even if mine isn't the nicest example.  If I recall correctly you had some 20" wheels on your Charger?  I thought about going that big on the rears, but didn't think that I could pull it off.  I have a few more pics here, but most are old and they are poorly organized

http://www.cardomain.com/ride/505178

[Finn]

Looks wicked

[Rubberduck]

@metallicareload99

This looks wild - I like it

Mario

[68charger440]

DODGEY68... I know this is very old thread, but curious if you ever put on the 18" x 8 front and 19" x 10 rear wheels?  I am thinking of same combo and would like to see them on a 2nd gen charger.

[dodgey68]

the rears were 19x10, 5" bs, and fronts 18x8 4.5 bs,,

[68charger440]

the rears were 19x10, 5" bs, and fronts 18x8 4.5 bs,,

thanks...do you happen to have any pics with them on the charger.  As they say a picture is worth a thousand words.  I am looking to get as close to the outside of the wheel well without rubbing and very little space above the tire showing from a straight on side view.  I have seen them on different cars, but it is not the same thing as seeing them on your exact make and model.

[dodgey68]

I have removed the inside fender wall thingy in the rear tubs also , the front used to rub a little with a passenger but I lifted it a little and now bugger all if none front tyre rub either
and once the 295's wear out I have a set of 305 ready to go on

[1974dodgecharger]

I have removed the inside fender wall thingy in the rear tubs also , the front used to rub a little with a passenger but I lifted it a little and now bugger all if none front tyre rub either
and once the 295's wear out I have a set of 305 ready to go on

damn DODGEY that's one badass PIC man I saw your pic on JEGS, but man this one is KILLER!!!

Always loved your setup.....

[68charger440]

That does sit real pretty like that!  How hard was it to remove that thingy in the tub,
and how hard was it to patch? 

[dodgey68]

I have removed the inside fender wall thingy in the rear tubs also , the front used to rub a little with a passenger but I lifted it a little and now bugger all if none front tyre rub either
and once the 295's wear out I have a set of 305 ready to go on

damn DODGEY that's one badass PIC man I saw your pic on JEGS, but man this one is KILLER!!!

Always loved your setup.....

i put a vote in  for yours

[1974dodgecharger]

I have removed the inside fender wall thingy in the rear tubs also , the front used to rub a little with a passenger but I lifted it a little and now bugger all if none front tyre rub either
and once the 295's wear out I have a set of 305 ready to go on

damn DODGEY that's one badass PIC man I saw your pic on JEGS, but man this one is KILLER!!!

Always loved your setup.....

wow, thx 



i put a vote in  for yours